FAQs about Emirabiz Services
No. This is one of the most significant advantages of the Golden Visa. Unlike standard residency, Golden Visa holders can stay outside the UAE for any period of time without their residency being cancelled. You enjoy total global mobility.
Most surprises come from items that are outside the headline package price: immigration file fees (establishment card and, in some zones, e-channel), visa processing (entry permit/status change, medical, Emirates ID, stamping), office upgrades if required, and bank-related requirements such as minimum deposit/minimum balance expectations and additional compliance documents.
It’s mainly about meeting the QFZP conditions, not being in a “special” free zone. A Free Zone Person can become a Qualifying Free Zone Person if it satisfies the conditions under the Corporate Tax rules (and earns qualifying income).
Sometimes yes — but it depends on your profile and banking setup. A 0-visa package can work well if you already hold UAE residency and want to obtain a business license at the lowest possible cost. In practice, many banks still prefer or require a UAE-resident signatory with an Emirates ID, so for non-residents a no-visa setup may limit the range of realistic banking options or extend the timeline.
Commonly requested: trade license, MoA/AoA (or equivalent), lease/registered address, passports for shareholders, Emirates ID for the signatory, a clear business profile (clients/suppliers + money flow), proof of address, and source of funds evidence (often 3–6 months personal statements). Banks may also ask for CVs and contracts/invoices depending on your profile.
Many free zones allow remote registration for licensing and initial documents. You still typically need to be in the UAE for residence visa formalities (medical test, biometrics/Emirates ID) and, in many cases, for corporate bank account opening.
Typical flow: choose activities → submit application + documents → pay fees → sign facility lease → receive the trade license → open the immigration file (establishment card) if you need visas. Delays usually come from wrong activity selection, incomplete documents, regulated activities needing external approvals, or facility/visa quota mismatches.
The cheapest options are usually 0-visa packages, for example an ePublishing license in SPC Free Zone can start from AED 4,999. The “from” price typically includes company registration + 1-year trade license and often a basic flexi-desk/registered address. It usually does not include visa processing, immigration file costs, office upgrades, or banking-related requirements.
Yes, remote options exist depending on the route. ADJD officially confirms video-call notarization, and DIFC offers virtual registry options for certain will products.
Sometimes a foreign will may still be relevant, but a UAE-registered route usually gives a clearer local enforcement path for UAE-based assets. Dubai Courts specifically address cases involving wills issued outside the UAE, but that can add procedural work.
Planning to start a business in the UAE? With Emirabiz, you can navigate the process quickly and effortlessly. We provide expert assistance with company registration, licensing, residency visas, bank accounts, and comprehensive business support.